Summary: Sutton was in the running as one of the best defensive linemen in college football in 2012. He was right up there with Jadeveon Clowney, Star Lotulelei, Sheldon Richardson and Sharrif Floyd. In fact, Sutton had a better 2012 season than Aaron Donald as he was one of the nation's best pass rushers.

Sutton enjoyed a breakout season for the Sun Devils in 2012, recording 13 sacks. He also had 63 tackles, 23.5 tackles for a loss, five passes broken up and three forced fumbles. Sutton presented a real speed mismatch against guards with the ability to fire by them to collapse the pocket.

Entering his senior year, Sutton was asked to gain weight, and he went from the 280s to around 315 pounds. Sutton still retained some explosion playing at a heavier weight, but clearly wasn't the dynamic player he was in 2012. Sutton was still awarded the 2013 Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year award over arguably more deserving players like Stanford's Trent Murphy or UCLA's Anthony Barr. He totaled 48 tackles with 13.5 tackles for a loss and four sacks. Sutton also saw a lot of double teams after his 2012 success.

At the Senior Bowl, Sutton was slow and out of shape at 315 pounds. That extra weight caused him to not have the same explosion, and he was easily winded. He was down to 303 pounds at the Combine, however, and looked much better. Currently Sutton is said to be in the mid 290s.

Sutton would be best as a three-technique defensive tackle. He is an excellent interior pass-rusher. Sutton beats guards with quickness and has nice hands to fight off blocks and close on the quarterback. His speed can set up a bull rush, and he is tenacious when it comes to getting heat on the quarterback.

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J.R. @JReidDraftScoutInteresting pickup by the Vikings with Will Sutton. He was never a fit in the Bears 3-4 defense.

OP updated with all recent transactions. OP also updated with current cap space of this morning.

On Will Sutton: I was a big fan of him and wanted us to draft him a few years ago. I hope he can show something and make the team.

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Fri May 19, 2017 7:27 am

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

Will Sutton is a great pick-up. Rotational depth is needed at 3T and he can fill that role nicely. His play has always been really hot and cold though so we will which player we get.

Sun May 21, 2017 4:15 pm

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

Matt Asiata - HB - Detroit

Matt Asiata, formerly of the Minnesota Vikings, has signed a one-year contract with the rival Detroit Lions.

Source: PFT, NFLN

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Tue May 30, 2017 4:52 pm

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

OP updated with all recent team transactions (draft picks)

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Tue May 30, 2017 4:56 pm

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

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Former University of Nebraska quarterback Tommy Armstrong, who was rumored to be signing with the Minnesota Vikings before not signing with the Minnesota Vikings, has officially signed with the Minnesota Vikings. The team just made the announcement via their website and Twitter accounts.

In order to make room for Armstrong on the roster, the Vikings waived wide receiver Mitch Mathews.

Early indication is he will try out at safety. (That is not a typo)

Tue May 30, 2017 6:36 pm

jackal

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

Does anyone no if the Vikings are going to drop the tea drinker or not?

Crazy thought running through my head...the longer the hold out drags, the more I think maybe the Rams just are not in a place that they want 18M tied up in one player with so many holes to fill in the next few years. MAYBE an opening might come up to approach them with a package like Teddy+Treadwell AND swap say our first for their third next year to pry away Aaron Donald? Not sure how we cover the cap, maybe dump Robison and SF to start? Would make perhaps the best D=Line in history over the next 4-6 years?

Wed Aug 02, 2017 9:27 pm

PurpleMustReign

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

808vikingsfan wrote:

Bucs sign veteran DE Justin Trattou

That's too bad. I liked him. He seemed to make the most of his opportunities.

Crazy thought running through my head...the longer the hold out drags, the more I think maybe the Rams just are not in a place that they want 18M tied up in one player with so many holes to fill in the next few years. MAYBE an opening might come up to approach them with a package like Teddy+Treadwell AND swap say our first for their third next year to pry away Aaron Donald? Not sure how we cover the cap, maybe dump Robison and SF to start? Would make perhaps the best D=Line in history over the next 4-6 years?

I get the idea, but I think signing Bradford is more important. That would be an incredibly talented DL. Also, incredibly expensive !

Sun Aug 06, 2017 11:09 am

halfgiz

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

@christomasson5h#Vikings sign former Golden Gophers QB Mitch Leidner.

Sun Aug 20, 2017 5:11 pm

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

halfgiz wrote:

@christomasson5h#Vikings sign former Golden Gophers QB Mitch Leidner.

Why?

Camp arm?

Edit: Nevermind. Another thread answered it. Camp arm.

Sun Aug 20, 2017 9:37 pm

Norv Zimmer

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Re: 2017 Vikings Free Agency Signings Thread

Reports are 49ers are going to cut 33 year old linebacker Ahmad Brooks. Used to be a good player, haven't heard much of him lately.... kinda old too (even though I am 4 years older)